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A Sanibel Island Christmas Dinner to Remember
Sanibel Island serves up a subtropical paradise year round, but if you are visiting Sanibel Arms West for the holidays this year you’ll find yourself in a paradise transformed. The holiday season in Sanibel can be an especially memorable time, whether it’s between friends, newlyweds or with family and friends. The glorious shelling beaches, […]
CROW throws its Annual Taste of the Islands Bash!
Sanibel and Captiva Islands are so fortunate to have many wonderful dining opportunities that are enjoyed year round by locals and visitors alike. CROW or Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife organizes a special benefit every year in the Taste of the Islands. For 35 years attendees have been able to sample signature dishes from many […]
Re-opening the Sanibel Historical Village
One of the fun Fall activities on Sanibel is an afternoon spent at the Historical Village. Along with all of our beach activities, shell collecting and sunning there are also many opportunities to enjoy yourselves on our Island Paradise, including a trip to the Historical Village! The Village reopened after a summertime hiatus, just in […]
Special Diet Restaurants on Sanibel: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Vacation is a time to let loose. Early mornings can turn into late nights and your diet can be replaced by days (or weeks) of indulgence. Whether you’re looking to dive into all of your island favorites or would prefer to stick to your diet.. there is something for everyone on Sanibel. There are plenty […]
Bookstores On Sanibel
To the avid reader, there is truly nothing more satisfying than curling up with a book and getting lost in an amazing story. Now place yourself on a gulf front lanai or underneath a beach umbrella a brand new novel, autobiography or informational textbook. We know that many of our guests enjoy reading to relax […]
Island Hopper Songwriter Festival 2016
Summer is quickly coming to an end and when better to escape to the beaches of Sanibel? Fewer crowds, shorter lines and one of the most anticipated events of the year are waiting for all of our late summer vacationers! Feel the electricity across Sanibel Island and her neighboring island of Captiva as the Island […]
Geocaching on Sanibel Island
You’re already biking around Sanibel Island, hiking on trails and exploring the Island from East to West, why not add the element of an exciting scavenger hunt to the mix! Have you heard of the term geocaching? Geocaching is the act of following a map to hidden objects around your city or town. Picture yourself a pirate […]
SANIBEL ARMS WEST EARNS 2016 TRIPADVISOR CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE
Sanibel Arms West has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Now in its sixth year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience. “With the Certificate […]
Bobcats on Sanibel Island
There has been a resurgence lately in the bobcat population on Sanibel and many have been able to view these shy cats. Keeps your eyes open at daybreak and night fall, as they are fascinating to see. The lynx rufus, or bobcat, are found mainly in the coastal communities in Florida and grow only between 28 and 47 […]
Celebrate The Fourth of July on Sanibel
It’s time to start thinking about summer vacation plans! Where better to celebrate the hottest, sunniest months of the year on the most patriotic day of the year. From sunrise to sunset, make the most of July 4, 2016 when you stay with us on the sandy shores of the Gulf of Mexico.This year the […]